Château de Macard
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Château de Macard, owned by Domaines Alain Aubert, spans 30 to 40 hectares in the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation. Its clay-limestone terroir and century-old vines are defining features of this estate, acquired in 1996.
Identity
Château de Macard is a winegrowing estate located in Gironde, owned by Domaines Alain Aubert. Amélie Aubert serves as the winemaker.
History and philosophy
The estate was acquired by Alain Aubert in 1996, marking the integration of Château de Macard into Domaines Alain Aubert.
Appellations
Château de Macard produces wines under the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation.
Practical information
For any enquiries or information, the estate can be contacted via the Domaines Alain Aubert contact page.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of Château de Macard?
- Château de Macard produces wines under the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation.
- Who owns Château de Macard?
- Château de Macard is owned by Domaines Alain Aubert, who acquired it in 1996.
- What is the vineyard area of Château de Macard?
- The Château de Macard vineyard covers a documented area of 30 to 40 hectares.
- What type of soil characterises the terroir of Château de Macard?
- The terroir of Château de Macard consists predominantly of clay-limestone soils.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard covers an area of 30 to 40 hectares and is characterised by a clay-limestone terroir. Certain plots feature century-old vines. Situated on the left bank of the Dordogne, roughly 80 metres above the river, the vineyard benefits from what is considered an ideal exposure.
Signature cuvées
The estate produces a main cuvée, Château de Macard, a red wine. It undergoes ageing for 12 to 16 months.
- Appellation
- Bordeaux Supérieur
- Wine region
- Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur
- Owner
- Alain Aubert
- Technical direction
- Amélie Aubert
- Surface area
- 40 ha
Practical information
- Contact form
- Contact the estate